January 29, 2026

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL ALLOW THE APPLICANT TO WITHDRAW THE APPLICATION WITHOUT PREJUDICE?

The minutes record the result as “Withdrawn Without Prejudice”.

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the City Council request Tammy Saporito, National Grid to appear before the City Council to address city-wide issues of double poles and street light outages. Further, that all City Councillors be requested to compile a list of National Grid work orders and issues to present Ms. Saporito at the proposed meeting.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Giannino, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the City Council present a Certificate of Commendation to Fire Fighter Frank Barry in recognition of his retirement after 29 years of dedicated service to the City of Revere.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Argenzio, Councillor McKenna, Councillor Mercurio: That the Mayor and Superintendent of Public Works be requested to include a line item in the upcoming public works budget preparation specifically for the planting of street trees and installation of tree pits along city streets. The planting of trees in an urban area such as Revere if vitally important to the air quality and quality of life. A suggested amount for the FY2027 budget is between $10,000 and $20,000 with a goal of increasing this amount in subsequent budgets.

Yes: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, Silvestri, ZambutoNo: Guarino-SawayaThe minutes list Robert J. Haas as absent for this vote (on the attendance list for the meeting); left out of this vote.

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Department of Planning & Community Development to provide the City Council with an update on the usage results of QuantAQ monitors to study air quality in Ward 5.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission and the Department of Public Works to evaluate and, if deemed appropriate, install and/or paint “Do Not Block the Box” pavement markings and appropriate signage at the intersection of Revere Street and North Shore Road, following a resident’s continued complaints regarding vehicles frequently blocking the intersection, creating safety concerns for pedestrians, emergency vehicles, and motorists.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor and the Inspectional Services Department, in coordination with Public Works and the Police Department, to develop and implement a standardized Construction Accountability and Neighborhood Protection Plan for all active construction or infrastructure upgrade projects citywide. Such plan shall include, but not be limited to: 1. A publicly accessible compliance checklist outlining requirements related to noise, hours of operation, debris control, safety fencing, sidewalk access, and on-street parking impacts; 2. A requirement that each construction site designate a clearly identified on-site compliance contact, available to the City Council, residents and city departments; 3. Routine and documented inspections throughout the duration of construction, not solely at project commencement; 4. A graduated enforcement process with meaningful penalties for repeat or ongoing violations, including fines and potential work stoppages where applicable; and 5. A mechanism for residents to report violations in real time, with clear response protocols and follow-up. Further, that the Administration provide the City Council with a status update and implementation timeline within a reasonable time frame.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya, Councillor Giannino: That the Mayor request Julie DeMauro and the Traffic Advisory Committee to draft a proposed ordinance amendment to Title 10 of the

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the City Council award a Certificate of Merit to Asani Anderson, a 2nd Grader at the Whelan School, in recognition of his quick life-saving actions on January 13th to save a classmate who was choking during lunch.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.